Who wore what to the FIFA World Cup final—from performers to power couples

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final delivered far more than football. MetLife Stadium became a convergence of music, Hollywood, fashion, and sports, with performers taking over the inaugural halftime show and A-list couples filling the stands. Some arrived in full team colours, others stayed diplomatically neutral, and a few treated the final like a runway with a scoreboard.

If you missed any of the celebrity appearances, here's your definitive roundup of who was there, what they wore, and which side they seemed to be backing.

Shakira

Shakira brought the halftime show's boldest colour story in a crystal-covered Roberto Cavalli bodysuit designed by Fausto Puglisi. She performed 'Dai Dai' with Burna Boy and Uganda's Ghetto Kids, switching from vibrant booties to performing barefoot while the fringe and crystal embellishment caught every movement.

Justin Bieber

Justin Bieber took a different approach, opting for a relaxed custom Skylrk polo layered over a white-collared base with knee-length raw denim shorts and unreleased sneakers. The casual silhouette was offset by a standout jewellery moment: Logan Hollowell diamond earrings worth nearly $20,000 (₹19.29 lakhs approx.)

Madonna

Madonna opened the halftime show in a head-to-toe Saint Laurent look that mixed a satin Teddy jacket, silver bra, pink corset-style cincher, silk mini shorts, fishnets, and metallic boots. Swarovski crystal jewellery and custom earrings amplified the pink-and-silver palette.

BTS

BTS leaned fully into the football theme for 'Dynamite', wearing coordinated red, white, and black soccer-inspired outfits featuring crests, stars, patches, and BTS branding. Each member wore a different variation, from jerseys and bombers to cargo pants and flared trousers.

Sergio Ramos 

Sergio Ramos brought classic football-star tailoring to the final, arriving in a sharply cut navy double-breasted suit. He finished the look with a red polka-dot tie that subtly nodded to Spain’s colours, striking the perfect balance between formal fashion and team pride.

Post Malone

Post Malone arrived in a classic Canadian tuxedo paired with a white T-shirt that joked, "I just hope both teams have fun." A cowboy hat completed the look as he took on headlining duties for the pre-kickoff closing ceremony.

Tom Cruise

Tom Cruise was more than a celebrity attendee—he also had a role in the pre-game entertainment ahead of the Spain vs Argentina final. His appearance made him one of the evening's most anticipated non-musical stars.

Matt and Luciana Damon

Matt Damon walked the golden carpet with his wife, Luciana, who made her allegiance clear in an Argentina jersey. The couple balanced Hollywood polish with unmistakable Albiceleste support.

David and Victoria Beckham

David Beckham kept things sharp in a navy suit, while Victoria Beckham chose a relaxed combination of a white vest top and jeans. The contrast perfectly captured their signature his-and-hers style dynamic.

Winnie Harlow

Winnie Harlow stayed firmly neutral in an all-white outfit that offered no clues about her preferred finalist. The monochrome look stood out amid a sea of team colours.

Beyoncé and Jay-Z

Beyoncé attended with Jay-Z in an oversized cream jacket, while he wore a Yankees cap and watched the match from the stands. The couple kept their styling understated rather than overtly team-driven.

Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet

Kylie Jenner chose a head-to-toe black Y2K-inspired look, while Timothée Chalamet appeared to support Argentina in a royal blue long-sleeved top with white and maroon striping, paired with Adidas sweatpants and white sneakers.

From Shakira's 2,00,000-crystal halftime look to Timothée's Argentina colours, the FIFA World Cup final became as much a celebrity style event as a sporting one. The evening proved that when football, music, and Hollywood share the same stadium, the real competition extends well beyond the pitch.

Image credits: Getty Images 

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